Preschool Kitchen Assistant (Morning Hours)

Start Your Day Making a Difference

Looking for a job that fits your life—not the other way around?

As a Preschool Kitchen Assistant with Kamaʻāina Kids, you'll help create one of the happiest parts of every child's day: mealtime. From preparing nutritious breakfasts and lunches to keeping the kitchen running smoothly, your work helps fuel learning, play, and growing minds.

Best of all, you'll enjoy a consistent weekday schedule with your afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays free.

Hawaii Kai
Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM – 12:30 PM

YWhy You'll Love This Role

Enjoy a Schedule That Works for You

• Monday–Friday

• 7:00 AM–12:30 PM

• No afternoons

• No evenings

• No weekends

• No holiday shifts

It's an ideal schedule for parents, retirees, students, or anyone looking for dependable part-time hours.

Be Part of a Caring Preschool Community

You'll work alongside teachers and staff who support one another and share a common goal—creating a safe, welcoming place where children can learn and thrive.

Make Every Day Meaningful

Healthy meals help children stay energized, focused, and ready to learn. Your work plays an important role in creating positive daily routines and caring for Hawaiʻi's keiki.

Leave the Restaurant Rush Behind

Enjoy a family-friendly kitchen environment with predictable hours, a steady pace, and no late-night shifts or hectic dinner service.

What You'll Do

• Prepare and serve catered breakfasts, lunches, and afternoon snacks.

• Keep the kitchen clean, organized, and stocked.

• Follow food safety and sanitation procedures.

• Wash dishes and maintain kitchen equipment and supplies.

• Help support classrooms with simple tasks when needed.

• Pitch in wherever needed to help the preschool team succeed.

We're Looking For Someone Who

• Is dependable and takes pride in doing quality work.

• Enjoys staying organized and keeping things running smoothly.

• Works well independently and as part of a team.

• Likes being around young children.

• Brings a positive attitude and a willingness to help wherever needed.

Previous kitchen or food service experience is helpful, but not required. If you're reliable, eager to learn, and enjoy working in a team environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Pay & Benefits

Starting Pay: $17.00–$18.50 per hour

$500 New Hire Bonus

Eligible employees may also enjoy:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Up to 75% Childcare Tuition Discounts

• Paid Training

• College Tuition Reimbursement

• 401(k) with Company Match

• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays (eligible positions)

• Professional development opportunities

• And more!

About Kamaʻāina Kids

We’re a local nonprofit serving Hawaiʻi’s families and keiki. Our team is built on care, connection, and the belief that every child—and every employee—matters.

Apply Today!

If you’re looking for a consistent schedule, a positive team, and meaningful work, we’d love to meet you.

Aikahi Preschool | Kailua, Oʻahu
$17–$18.50/hour to start + $500 New Hire Bonus

Apply at jobs.kamaainakids.com

Please indicate your location preferences on your online application.

*Must be eligible to work in the U.S. and reside in Hawai‘i (or have plans to relocate).

Kama‘āina Kids is an equal opportunity employer.
We celebrate and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences within our workforce ‘ohana.

#ZR